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Princeton, New Jersey: Princeton University Press, 2001. FIRST PAPERBACK EDITION. PRINCETON : 2001. [ Princeton Paperbacks ]. Issued in hardback in the previous year. Illustrated. Red and grey pictorial covers. FINE. (xx), 319 pages. Includes bibliographical references (pages 249-305). Index. CONTENTS: The Monopoly of the Printed Word: From Persuasion to Compulsion -- The First Decade: From Class War to Socialist Building -- The Performance Begins -- The Economy of the Gift: 'Thank You, Comrade Stalin for a Happy Childhood' -- Literature and the Arts: "An Ode to Stalin" -- Honor and Dishonor -- Many Wars, One Victory -- The Theft of the War -- Renewal, Stagnation, and Collapse. SUMMARY: Thank you, our Stalin, for a happy childhood.' 'Thank you, dear Marshal [Stalin], for our freedom, for our children's happiness, for life'. Between the Russian Revolution and the Cold War, Soviet public culture was so dominated by the power of the state that slogans like these appeared routinely in newspapers, on posters, and in government proclamations. In this penetrating historical study, Jeffrey Brooks draws on years of research into the most influential and widely circulated Russian newspapers--including Pravda, Isvestiia, and the army paper Red Star--to explain the origins, the nature, and the effects of this unrelenting idealization of the state, the Communist Party, and the leader. Brooks shows how, beginning with Lenin, the Communists established a state monopoly of the media that absorbed literature, art, and science into a stylized and ritualistic public culture--a form of political performance that became its own reality and excluded other forms of public reflection. He presents and explains scores of self-congratulatory newspaper articles, including tales of Stalin's supposed achievements and virtue, accounts of the country's allegedly dynamic economy, and warnings about the decadence and cruelty of the capitalist West. Brooks pays particular attention to the role of the press in the reconstruction of the Soviet cultural system to meet the Nazi threat during World War II and in the transformation of national identity from its early revolutionary internationalism to the ideology of the Cold War. He concludes that the country's one-sided public discourse and the pervasive idea that citizens owed the leader gratitude for the 'gifts' of goods and services led ultimately to the inability of late Soviet Communism to diagnose its own ills, prepare alternative policies, and adjust to new realities. The first historical work to explore the close relationship between language and the implementation of the Stalinist-Leninist program, Thank You, Comrade Stalin! is a compelling account of Soviet public culture as reflected through the country's press. Lg.8vo. **Will be well-packed for posting/shipping**. [ Rosley Books for Antiquarian books, CHS, Cumberland, Everyman, GKC, Inklings, Keswick, Literature, MacDonald, Rarities, Theology and History. ]. . First Paperback Edition. Soft Cover. Fine. Illus. by Illustrated. Large Octavo., Princeton University Press, 2001, 2009. Hardcover. New. This concise volume on Christianity presents its history and theology and explores the essentials of the Christian faith. It presents the life and teachings of Jesus, gospels, sacred books and doctrines common to all Christians. It clarifies concepts such as the trinity, eternal soul, heaven and hell, and Christian sacraments. It also gives a detailed account of how Christian faith developed over the centuries and the development of different major branches. This volume, unique in its presentation, is an authentic and exhaustive work bound to fill a big vacuum in Christianity studies. This volume would be able to satisfy the need of all those who desire to know about Christianity. About The Author:- Maya George was born in 1968; she completed her post graduation in Christian Studies from University of Madras. A good academician, she is presently engaged in research work on “Christianity in the context of the history of India and its religious, social and cultural heritage.” She has also done research on “Philosophical Traditions of India.” She has also functioned as a senior educator on different topics of Christianity in various reputable educational institutes. Contents:- Contents, Preface ix, 1. Christianity: An Introduction 1, 2. History 17, Origin, Early History, Primitive Church, Church of the Roman Empire, Medieval History, Early Middle Ages, High Middle Ages, Protestant Reformation, English Reformation, Catholic Reformation, The Council of Trent, Age of Discovery, Enlightenment, Revivalism, Modern History, Russian Orthodox Church, Modern Trends, References, 3. Philosophy 45, Basic Philosophy, Divine Laws, The Ten Commandments, The Spirit of the Law, Primary Beliefs, Revelation, Bible and History, The Evidence, Culture, Ethics, Metaphysics, References, 4. Concept of God 71, Defining God, Dimensions of God, Deities, Philosophy of God, Messengers of God, Simon, Peter, Andrew, James The Greater, John, Phillip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James The Lesser, Simon, Jude, Judas Iscariot, Redemption, References, 5. Main Figures 99, Main Figures in Early Period, Apostle Paul, Polycarp, Tertullian, Athanasius, The Ruler Constantine, St. Benedict, Main Figures in Medieval Period, St. Francis of Assisi, Martin Luther, Main Figures in Modern Period, John XXIII, Karl Barth, References, 6. Scriptures 127, Bible, Old Testament, New Testament, Language, Versions, Chapters and Verses, Text of Mormon, Pearl of Great Price, Doctrine and Covenants, Gospel of Marcion, Gospel of Luke, References, 7. Teachings 143, Spiritual Teachings, Redemption, Devotion to God, Ethical actions, Message of Harmony and Love, References8. Moral Value System 161, Moral Values, Morality in Life, Moral Values for Leader, Moral Duties of Subjects, Moral values in Society, Practical Aspects, References, 9. Movements 171, Religious Movements, Eastern Catholicism, Evangelicalism, Pentecostalism, Creationism, Restorationism, Latter Day Saint movement, Reform Movements, Protestant Reformation, House Church, Continual Prayer, Brethren Movement, Christian Identity, Revivalist Movements, Dominionism, Progressive Christianity, References, 10. Reformers 193, Reformers in Early Period, Saint Peter, St. Augustine of Hippo, Reformers in Medieval Period, Thomas Aquinas, Savonarola of Florence, Ignatius Loyola, John Wycliffe, Martin Luther, Thomas Cranmer, John Calvin, Reformers in Modern Period, John Wesley, William Carey, C.S. Lewis, Billy Graham, References, 11. Major Sects 213, Catholicism, History, Beliefs, Practices, Protestantism, History, Beliefs, Practices, Sects, Eastern Orthodoxy, History, Beliefs, Practices, References, 12. Demographic Propagation 225, Origin, Early Rise, Factors Responsible for Rise, Christianity in India, Christianity in other Parts of World, Demographics, References, 13. Socio-Political Influence 239, Socio-Political Identity, Christianity and Politics, Fundamentalism, Conemporary Politics, References, 14. Religious Rituals and Traditions 255, Religious Rituals, Eucharist, Baptism, Social Rites, Birth ceremony, Marriage Ceremony, Funeral Rites, Other Rites, Church Service, Confession, Exorcism, References, 15. Society 273, Social Order, Social Conduct, traditional Values, Caste System, Position of Women, References, 16. Festivals 283, Advent, Ascension, Christmas, Easter, Epiphany, Good Friday, Halloween, Lent, References, 17. Religious Places 295, Religious Places in India, St. Thomas Church, St. Francis Xavier Church, St. George’s Church, Manarkad Church, Parumala Church, Puthupally Church, Manjinikkara Church, Niranam Church, Arthungal Church, Basilica of Bom Jesus, Religious Places outside India, St. Peter’s Basilica, Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Nazareth, Fatima, Lourdes, References, 18. Art and Iconography 309, History, Architecture, Sculptures, Calligraphy, Present Day Examples, References, 19. Christianity in Modern World 319, Diaspora, Modern Religious Movements, Religious Revolution, Future, Christianity as a Global Religion, References, Bibliography 331, Index 339 The Title 'Faith and Philosophy of Christianity written/authored/edited by Maya George', published in the year 2009. The ISBN 9788178357201 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 354 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Kalpaz Publications. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is RELIGION / PHILOSOPHY. ., 2009, 2009. Hardcover. New. This book can be best described as a very good introduction for someone who has no prior knowledge of Hinduism. It covers every aspect of Hindu history, beliefs, and practices. It gives a comprehensive chronological development of Hinduism, tracing its development from the ancient origin to its modern form. It covers all rituals and ceremonies. This volume on Hinduism satisfies the need for a vast introductory and a truly international work of reference. The wide range of matter dealt with in this volume present the panoramic view of the Hinduism in its different facets and in different periods of history. In sum, of all the basic books on Hinduism, this book is perhaps the most balanced introduction to the religion. About The Author:- Dr. Rajeev Verma is an eminent personality in the field of Indology and Vedic Studies. His contribution in these fields is worth mentioning. Born in 1965, he completed his Post-graduation in Political Science from Delhi University in year 1991. In 1995 he was awarded Doctorate in Political Science. He is also a holder of M.A in Vedic Studies from Gurukul Kangri Vishvavidyalaya and title of Jyotish Acharya from Vishva Jyotish Vidhyapith. After completing his PhD., he came into the field of writing and till now has authored a number of books and research papers on various aspects of Hindu religion and astrology. His papers and articles have been published in many national and international journals of reputation. Presently, besides working as an independent consultant, he is also associated with various reputed institutions as a visiting Faculty member. Contents:- Contents, Preface ix, 1. Hinduism: An Introduction 1, 2. History 13, Origin, Early History, The Harappan Period, The Vedic Period, The, Period of the North Indian Empires, Medieval History, The Period, of Regional Kingdoms, The Period of Muslim Rule, Modern History, The Period of British Rule, References, 3. Philosophy 35, Basic Philosophy, Divine Laws, Law of Integrity, Law of Integral, Equilibrium, Law of Wealth, Law of Personal Realism, Law of, Compatibility, Law of Rationale and Feelings, Law of Misery, Primary, Beliefs, Samkhya, Yoga, Nyaya, Vaisheshika, Purva Mimamsa, Vedanta, Ethics, Moral Issues, Metaphysics, References, 4. Concept of God 55, Defining God, Dimensions of God, Theology, Deities, Lord Brahma, the Creator, Lord Vishnu, the Preserver, Lord Shiva, the Destroyer, Goddesses in Hinduism, The Vedic Gods, Philosophy of God, Messengers of God, Nirvana, References, 5. Main Figures 71, Main Figures in Early Period, Ved Vyasa, Maharshi Aitreya Mahidasa, Rishika Lopamudra, Maharshi Vishwamitra, Maharshi Valmiki, Main, Figures in Medieval Period, Shankaracharya, Ramanujacharya, Madhvacharya, Nimbarkacharya, Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, Sai Baba, of Shirdi, Sant Gyaneshwar, Tukaram, Vallabha Acharya, Bhagwan, Swaminarayan, Main Figures in Modern Period, Swami Prabhupada, Bhagawan Nityananda, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, Paramahansa, Yogananda, Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, Sri Aurobindo, Swami, Dayananda Saraswati, Swami Vivekananda, References, vi Faith & Philosophy of Hinduism, 6. Scriptures 95, Divine Words, Religious Scriptures, Four Vedas, Rigveda, Yajurveda, Samaveda, Atharvaveda, Upanishads, List of Upanishads, Shakta, Upanishads, The Smritis, Bhagavad Gita, Non-Religious Scriptures, Ramayana, Mahabharat, The Puranas, References, 7. Teachings 125, Spiritual Teachings, Redemption, Devotion to God, Karma, Ethical, Actions, Dharma: Norms of Conduct, Message of Harmony and Love, References, 8. Moral Value System 135, Moral Values, Morality in Life, Moral Values for Leader, Moral Duties, of Subjects, Moral Values in Society, Practical Aspects, References, 9. Movements 151, Religious Movements, Bhakti Movement, Ananda Marga, Brahma, Kumaris, Swaminarayan Sampraday, International Society for Krishna, Consciousness, Lingayatism, Reform Movements, Arya Samaj, Sri, Aurobindo Ashram, Brahmo Samaj, Ramakrishna Mission, Revivalist, Movements, Gayatri Pariwar, Art of Living Foundation, Chinmaya, Mission, Divine Life Society, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, Vishva, Hindu Parishad, References, 10. Reformers 175, Reformers in Early Period, Azhwars, Nayanmars, Saint-poet, Thyagaraja, Annamacharya, Mirabai, Narsi Mehta, Reformers in, Medieval Period, Raja Ram Mohan Roy, Dayanand Sarawati, Ramakrishna Paramhansa, Swami Vivekananda, Reformers in, Modern Period, Sri Aurobindo, Swami Prabhupada, Swami Rama, Tirtha, Paramahansa Yogananda, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, Sri Sri, Ravi Shankar, Swami Chinmayananda, References, 11. Major Sects 193, Vaishnavism, Shaivism, Shaktism, Smarta Sampradaya, Halumatha, Agama Hindu Dharma, References, 12. Demographic Propagation 203, Origin, Early Rise, Factors Responsible for Rise, Hinduism in other, Parts of World, Demographics, References, 13. Socio-Political Influence 217, Socio-Political Identity, Hinduism and Politics, Fundamentalism, Contemporary Politics, References, CONTENTS:- vii, 14. Religious Rituals and Traditions 227, Religious Rituals, Samskaras, Social Rituals, Ceremonial Rituals, Upanayanam, Marriage Ceremony, Funeral Rites, Other Rituals, Daily Rituals, Yajnas, References, 15. Society 241, Hindu Social Order, Hindu Social Conduct, Traditional Values in, Society, Hindu Caste System, Status of Women, References, 16. Festivals 253, Deepavali, Holi, Ramnavmi, Durga Pooja, Vijayadashami, Krishna, Janmashtami, Guru Purnima, Sankranti, Vasanta Panchami, Ganesh, Chaturthi, Hanuman Jayanti, Shivaratri, The Chhath Festival, Onam, References, 17. Religious Places 271, Religious Places in India, Allahabad, Badrinath, Banaras, Devprayag, Dwarka, Gangasagar, Gangotri, Haridwar, Jaganath Puri, Joshimath, Kedarnath, Kurukshetra, Mathura, Pushkar, Rameshvaram, Rishikesh, Somnath, Tirupati, Vaishno Devi, Yamunotri, Religious Places outside India, Lake Manasarovar, Mt., Kailash, Pashupati Nath Temple, References, 18. Art and Iconography 293, History, Architecture, Sculptures, Calligraphy, Present Day Examples, References, 19. Hinduism in Modern World 301, Diaspora, Modern Religious Movements, Spiritual Revolution, Future, Hinduism as a Global Religion, References, Bibliography 317, Index 327 The Title 'Faith and Philosophy of Hinduism written/authored/edited by Rajeev Verma', published in the year 2009. The ISBN 9788178357188 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 344 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Kalpaz Publications. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is RELIGION / PHILOSOPHY. ., 2009, Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2002. OXFORD : 2002. [ First published in 2001.]. Paperback. Blue pictorial covers. Bright, tight and clean copy. No owner name or internal markings. FINE. (xiii), 498 pages. Includes bibliographical references. Index. SUMMARY: Laurence Sterne was in his mid-forties when the publication of 'Tristram Shandy' catapulted him from obscurity into unprecedented literary fame. The story of how a provincial clergyman became the most fashionable writer of his day is extraordinary, and all the more remarkable for having been engineered by its subject. "I wrote not to be fed, but to be famous", Laurence Sterne declared of his comic masterpiece, and in order to achieve his ambition he became an assiduous networker, as astute a self-publicist as any modern author could hope to be. Shocked critics of 'Tristram Shandy' denounced his bawdy novel as a scandal to the cloth, but Sterne revelled in the celebrity his age's obsession with novelty and fashion allowed him. He at last found compensation for a life characterized by alternating moods of gaiety and gloom. Unhappily married to a woman who suffered a nervous breakdown and at one time believed herself to be the Queen of Bohemia, Sterne became notorious for his sexual and sentimental liaisons with other women. His second book, 'A Sentimental Journey', transmuted his experiences into literary expressions of moral feeling. Dependent for so much of his life on patrons, it was the patronage of the reading public that was to secure his livelihood. 'Tristram Shandy' remains one of the most innovative and influential novels in world literature, and Ian Campbell Ross makes full use of available materials to examine Sterne's life and career and the cult of the celebrity author. Lg.8vo. **Reduced shipping on this item. Will be well-packed for posting/shipping**. [ Rosley Books for Antiquarian books, Cumberland, GKC, Inklings, Keswick, Literature, MacDonald, Rarities, Theology and History. ]. . First Paperback Edition. Soft Cover. Fine. Large Octavo., Oxford University Press, 2002, New Delhi, India: Global Vision Publishing House, 2009 In the present volume, author ventures into the challenging task by identifying and unveiling the ideological underpinnings operative in the construction and deconstruction of the Adamic myth in the Judeo-Christian scenario. He delves deep into the intricacies of the literary forms of myths, metaphors and Midrash involved in interpreting, legitimizing, or reinforcing later-day ethno-historical claims of a particular group of people against the prevailing amicable or inimical background. The ideological assertions of these literary forms, enforcing the consciously chosen traditional or hereditary authority, seek to overpower the currently popular, rational, legitimate or democratic authority. At this juncture, one cannot turn a blind eye to the legitimate or questionable political transactions on the ideological sites by the powers vying with each other to gain the dominant space. In exposing these ideological interplays, the author deploys the tools from the world of the biblical, mythological, theological, literary, historical, anthropological, linguistic, and hermeneutical disciplines. CONTENTS Acknowledgements (v) Foreword (vii) Preface (x) 1. The Adamic Myth as a Midrashically 1 Made Metaphor Narrative Midrash Midrash as Prophecy Midrash as Deconstruction Midrash as Paraphrase and Parable Midrash as Allusive Metaphor How Midrash Makes up the Adamic Myth Midrash as Ideology Midrash, Myth and History Context of Midrash and History-Writing Biblical Faith as a History-making Midrash or Myth New Testament Faith as another History-making Midrash and Myth The Ethno-ethical Significance of Midrash as Text-and-Event 2. The Adamic Myth as Allegorised Israeli History 25 Adamic Myth as a Parable Midrash as Metaphorical Transfiguration of the Unique into Universal Prophecy and the Mythic-midrashic Pattern Judgement as Metaphor to Reinforce Deuteronomist Theology of History 3. The Christological Sequel to the Adamic Myth 37 Mistaking of Allegorised Myth as Literal History The Christological Sequel in Paul Critique of the Literalist Understanding End of Adamic Myth and the Gospel?s Opening 4. The Gospels as Deconstructions of the Adamic Myth 49 Myth and History The Seven-phased Biblical Israeli History Six Phases in the Adamic Myth The Seven-Phased Gospel Narrations 5. Annunciation as Deconstruction of Eve?s Temptation 69 Luke 1: 26-38 as Midrash on Gen 3: 1-24 Parallel Contrastive Structure of the Two Scenes Midrashic Connection of Lu 1: 26-38 and Gen 3: 1-24 to the Resurrection 6. Adam and Joseph?s Dream-angel in 85 Matthew?s Gospel Midrash as Addressing Contextual Issues Adamic Midrash as Christological in its Salvation Theme Christ, the Midrashic Metaphor, Revealing the Gospel Audience Midrashim of New Existential Necessity Joseph?s Doubt about Mary as Midrash on Adam and Eve 7. The Serpent?s Allusive Return after Jesus? Baptism 95 Jesus? Mid-life Crisis Baptismal Theophany as the Summing up of Prophecies Midrashim of Existential Necessity Demystifying the Baptismal Theophany Temptations of Jesus as an Ironic Adamic Midrash Midrash of the Triple Temptations of Jesus Discerned Baptismal Link to the Death on the Cross Midrashic Universalism of Christhood Anti-Semitic Churches and Christian Scriptures Jesus? Choice to be the Suffering Servant-Messiah 8. The Cross, which Undid the Curses in the 113 Garden of Eden The Crucifixion Scene in Luke Claim of Justification through the Law Justification through Prayer of Faith Midrashic Irony on Good and Evil from the Cross The Cross and the Trees in the Paradise-Garden Divine versus Human Authority Paradise Themes in John?s Passion Narrative Midrash of the Woman under the Paradise-Garden Tr Printed Pages: 228.. Hardcover. New/New., Global Vision Publishing House, 2009, Upper Rubber Boot Books. Paperback. New. Paperback. 122 pages. Dimensions: 9.0in. x 6.0in. x 0.3in.Floodgate Poetry Series Vol. 1 contains poetry by Jenna Bazzell, Martin Anthony Call and Campbell McGrath. This is the first book in the Floodgate Poetry Series, an annual series collecting three short collections by three poets in each volume. Campbell McGraths PicassoMao is a short collection of poems told from the point of view of the two historical figures, spanning seventy-five years of history. McGrath is the author of twelve collections of poetry, and has been awarded Guggenheim and MacArthur Genius Fellowships. He is the Philip and Patricia Frost Professor of Creative Writing at Florida International University. Jenna Bazzells Homeland describes a troubled family life, beginning with a drug deal gone bad, redeemed by time and the pleasures of the natural world. Bazzell won the 2010 AWP Intro Journal Award and an Honorable Mention from the Academy of American Poets Prize for poems included in the collection. Martin Anthony Calls The Fermi Sea explores a near future of urban decay, nanobots and holograms against a backdrop of lost love. Call earned his MFA in Creative Writing from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale in 2008. Reviews of Floodgate Poetry Series Vol. 1: This collection of chapbooks offers the reader a startling variety. Bazzells Homeland is a compelling blend of narrative coherence and lyric lift. The opening poem, Bubba Pub, offers us the DNA of her entire chapbook: poems anchored in place and relationship. The poem describes a drug deal the speaker goes on with her mother, and a line like the long O of a gun barrel tunnels back to the torso of a man both shows the horror of being robbed during the interaction and how suddenly night takes on strangeness. It has been said that literature should either make the familiar strange or the strange familiar; Homeland does both with alacrity. The Fermi Sea, by Call, explores a distinctly 21st-century theology, one where the Holy Ghost is turned holographically into the Hologhost. And Call makes use of poetic puns throughout his chapbook, all of which are charmingly and even philosophically attractive. And, finally, in PicassoMao, McGrath opens up history, art, and politics to the purview of poetry. The unlikely pairing of these two figures allows for many unexpected and exciting overlaps and divergences. Campbell offers us entry into the minds of his poetic subjects in persona poems that delight with their ambition. Floodgate brings together three poets of stunning range and ability. Okla Elliott, author of The Cartographers Ink and From the Crooked Timber In PicassoMao Campbell McGrath perfects the persona in a series of historical poems that span seventy-five years. While the founder of Cubism decries the idiocy of war, the founder of the Red Army draws an egg, failing a class in life drawing. Ample, dazzling, and elegantly crafted, these poems demonstrate a great mind enacting other great minds. Oscar Wilde once wrote, A mask tells us more than a face. These McGrath poems tell us much more than biographythey demonstrate cultural shifts and perception, a sophisticated and compassionate worldview, the poets intellect shining through. Denise Duhamel, author of Blowout and Queen for a Day: Selected and New Poems, and guest editor of The Best American Poetry 2013 Moved to praise Jenna Bazzells poems, one could say they transcend the subject of a family relationship. But what the poems really work so ardently to do is stayrooted in their rich Southern landscape, and true to the woman they remember. Continually uncovering new angles for approaching her lyric narrative sequence, Bazzell closes each poem with such well-crafted care that, turning a page, the reader is both surprised that more could follow and drawn further into material so deeply felt it will never be finished. Rose McLarney, author of Its This item ships from multiple locations. Your book may arrive from Roseburg,OR, La Vergne,TN., Upper Rubber Boot Books, Salt Lake City, Utah: Deseret Book Company, 1983. Appears unread. Fine condition in a Fine dust jacket. NO chips. NO tears. NO creases. NOT price clipped ($17.95). A bright, shiny, clean, square, tight copy. Sharp corners. NO owner's name or bookplate. NO remainder mark. Pages are fresh and crisp. A volume in the Classics in Mormon Literature series. Reprint of the 1915 edition, but with revised pagination and typography. From the preface to this 1983 edition: "Because the type used for previous printings of Jesus the Christ had worn out, resulting in broken and faded letters, it was necessary to reset the type and repaginate the book." Index. Bound in the original patterned gray boards cloth with a maroon cloth spine lettered in shiny gold. From the Dust Jacket: "Since it was first published in September 1915, JESUS THE CHRIST has been a classic text on the life and ministry of the Savior. Elder Marion G. Romney has said, 'One who gets the understanding, the vision, and the spirit of the resurrected Lord through a careful study of the text JESUS THE CHRIST by Elder James E. Talmage will find that he has greatly increased his moving faith in our glorified Redeemer.' In his preface to the first edition, Elder Talmage wrote: 'The author has departed from the course usually followed by writers on the Life of Jesus Christ, which course, as a rule, begins with the birth of Mary's Babe and ends with the ascension of the slain and risen Lord from Olivet. The treatment embodied in these pages, in addition to the narrative of the Lord's life in the flesh, comprises the antemortal existence and activities of the world's Redeemer, the revelations and personal manifestations of the glorified and exalted Son of God during the apostolic period of old and in modern times, the assured nearness of the Lord's second advent, and predicted events beyond -- all so far as the Holy Scriptures make it plain. It is particularly congruous and appropriate that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints -- The only Church that affirms authority based on specific revelation and commission to use the Lord's Holy Name as a distinctive designation -- should set forth her doctrines concerning the Messiah and His mission.' Dr. Talmage first presented his study on the Savior as a series of lectures delivered under the auspices of the Deseret Sunday School Union Board at the LDS University in Salt Lake City from September 1904 to April 1906. He was subsequently asked by the First Presidency of the Church to publish the lectures in book form. Because of other commitments, he was unable to complete this assignment for several years. On December 8, 1911, Dr. Talmage was ordained a member of the Council of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Less than three years later he was able at last to continue his work on the manuscript, writing in longhand in a council room on the fourth floor of the Salt Lake Temple. As chapters were completed, he presented them to the First Presidency, members of the Twelve, and Sunday School board members. In his journal under date of April 19, 1915, Elder Talmage wrote: 'Finished the actual writing on the book JESUS THE CHRIST, to which I have devoted every spare hour since settling down to the work of composition on September 14th last. Had it not been that I was privileged to do this work in the Temple it would be at present far from completion. I have felt the inspiration of the place and have appreciated the privacy and quietness incident thereto. I hope to proceed with the work of revision without delay.' Published more than eight decades ago and translated into many languages, JESUS THE CHRIST has become a truly classic volume in Mormon literature.". Reprint of the 1915 edition. Hardcover. Fine condition/Fine dust jacket. 8vo. xx, 747pp., Deseret Book Company, 1983, London England: Oxford University Press, 1975. Paperback. Previous owners name to inside cover. Marks to top edge. Wear and creases to cover. Couple of small dents to back cover. This symposium, compiled and edited for the International African Institute, is concered with the study of a fundamental aspect of the organization of so-called 'primitive' societies. Professor Radcliffe-Brown, in an introductory essay, reviews the general principles underlying African systems of kinship and marriage, and traces the legal and social implications of the rules and customs regulating kinship and marraige in various societies both past and present. Each of the other contributors analyses a distinctive pattern of kinship organization and marriage custom as expressed in different socieities in Africa today. The study is of great importance to scientific sociology, and also has a direct bearing on those urgent practical problems which arise when peoples who have lifed in a largely kin-bound society are reacting to pressures and incentives from another social world. Maps. 399 pp. (We carry a wide selection of titles in The Arts, Theology, History, Politics, Social and Physical Sciences. academic and scholarly books and Modern First Editions ,and all types of Academic Literature.). 11th Impression. Soft Cover. Fair. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Paperback., Oxford University Press, 1975, London England: Oxford University Press, 1963. Hardback. The Paston Letters. It is appropriate that a selection from the Paston Letters should be added to The World's Classic, for they are unmatched in scope and variety of interest by any other medieval collection in English. The Letters reflect not only the lawlessness of the fifteenth century, as shown in the recurring usurpation of Paston lands, but also the ordinary affairs of family life, estate management, and marriage prospects and negotiations. The writers express themselves with a clarity and vigour that is remarkable at this early date; we are able to study the English language in practical use shortly before the introduction of printing; and from the letters we can sense somethig of the reality of everyday speech. Professor Norman Davies has prepared from the original manuscripts a selection of 142 letters designed to present as many of the principal concerns of the Pastons as possible. For the convenience of the reader he has modernized the language. His special knowledge of the Letters has enabled him to add an introduction, notes, and a glossary which give this edition a particular value. 288 pp. (We carry a wide selection of titles in The Arts, Theology, History, Politics, Social and Physical Sciences. academic and scholarly books and Modern First Editions, Reference books ,and all types of Academic Literature.) . First Thus. Cloth. Very Good/Very Good. 16mo - over 5¾" - 6¾" Tall Sextodecimo. Hardback., Oxford University Press, 1963, London England: Profile, 2005. Hardback. For hundreds of years, we have had books on manners. The subjevct preoccupies us. What is acceptable behaviour? This book is not a book about manners or etiquette. It is about the rudeness of the modern world, and the sense of outrage that infects us every day as we discover that other people are - generally speaking - crass, selfish, and inconsiderate. The author asks why rudeness is a universal flashpoint and examines specific sources of affront. What ever happened to 'please' and 'thank you'? Why does the customer have to do all the work? Why do people behave in public as if they are in private? What ever happened to the idea of public-spiritedness? It's a big rant, essentially. But on the plust side, it's quite short and has virtually no hard facts to detain the reader or slow the argument. Potential readers are advised that there is nothing about pandas or punctuation in this book, and that anyone scouring the text for grammatical errors will be considered a bit of a bore. Is that a rude thing to say? As always, it isn't easy to be categorical. 414 pp. (We carry a wide selection of titles in The Arts, Theology, History, Politics, Social and Physical Sciences. academic and scholarly books and Modern First Editions ,and all types of Academic Literature.) . First Edition. Cloth. Very Good/Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Hardback., Profile, 2005, London England: Profile, 2005. Hardback. For hundreds of years, we have had books on manners. The subjevct preoccupies us. What is acceptable behaviour? This book is not a book about manners or etiquette. It is about the rudeness of the modern world, and the sense of outrage that infects us every day as we discover that other people are - generally speaking - crass, selfish, and inconsiderate. The author asks why rudeness is a universal flashpoint and examines specific sources of affront. What ever happened to 'please' and 'thank you'? Why does the customer have to do all the work? Why do people behave in public as if they are in private? What ever happened to the idea of public-spiritedness? It's a big rant, essentially. But on the plust side, it's quite short and has virtually no hard facts to detain the reader or slow the argument. Potential readers are advised that there is nothing about pandas or punctuation in this book, and that anyone scouring the text for grammatical errors will be considered a bit of a bore. Is that a rude thing to say? As always, it isn't easy to be categorical. 414 pp. (We carry a wide selection of titles in The Arts, Theology, History, Politics, Social and Physical Sciences. academic and scholarly books and Modern First Editions ,and all types of Academic Literature.) . First Edition. Cloth. Very Good/Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Hardback., Profile, 2005, Great Britain: Oxford University Press, 1978. Paperback. The Adventures of Hugh Trevor. The novel epitomizes some of the notions of English Dissent and the French Enlightenment in the career of the virtuously triumphant hero through a world of personal and institutional corruption. The central figure is between Hugh Trevor and Wakefield, an attractive but immoral trickster whose conversion is the novel's central concern. Englightened reason wins in the end over emotionalism and selfish cunning. The author presents a moral position in which reason and feeling complement each other in a way of life characterized by altruism and candour. 511 pp. (We carry a wide selection of titles in The Arts, Theology, History, Politics, Social and Physical Sciences. academic and scholarly books and Modern First Editions, Reference books ,and all types of Academic Literature.). 1st University University Press Edition. Soft Cover. Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" Tall Octavo. Paperback., Oxford University Press, 1978, Bloomington: Indiana University Press, 1993. "The following morning, Mother led Israel and Elizabeth out of the house and spoke to them as follows: 'Last night, when we were in the worship of God, I saw a number of souls rise from the dead, and come into the resurrection of life. And when you [Israel] was here before, I saw your mother [his mother had been dead thirty years] and when you was released, and your flesh turned to its natural color again, she was released also and came into the resurrection...Israel, you have begun to bear for other souls, and you must never give out, till the last soul is gathered in. When you get home, tell your father and stepmother that your mother is risen from the dead.'" - from the book.A fascinating introduction to the world of the early Shakers, this anthology documents the contributions to Shaker religion made by women during its first seventy years. This period (1780-1851) saw Mother Ann Lee's complex legacy as the founder of a new religion realized in a network of nineteen separatist celibate communities in eight states. By giving us a closer look at the ways in which women influenced the evolution of the religion during this formative era, this book contributes to a more accurate vision of Shakerism and highlights the ways in which gender can play an important role in the creation of a new religious institution. 294pp. Previous owners inscription to ffep. . Paperback. Very Good/No d/j as Published. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall., Indiana University Press, 1993, Peacock/ Atlantic Publishers & Distributors (P) Ltd., 2005. First edition. Hardcover. New. A classic that took the world by storm, raising havoc among scientists and religious people as its exposition apparently contradicted the account of the creation of the world of Genesis in the bible, Charles Darwin`s The Origin of Species remains the most readable and accessible of the great revolutionary works of scientific imagination. Sold out on the very first day of its publication in 1859 and often considered a watershed in the history of scientific, philosophical and theological ideas, the book describes the most fundamental truth of the natural world that there exists a "natural selection" of favourable variations and a fierce "struggle for existence" in all living beings, thereby ensuring the survival of the fittest. The classic that unfolds the mystery of mysteries, as Darwin calls it, in an intimate, informal and enjoyable style, continues to transform our views of the world and remains relevant in any study of the history of ideas. Contents:- Introduction Chapter One : VARIATION UNDER DOMESTICATION : Causes of Variability-Effects of Habit-Correlation of Growth-Inheritance-Character of Domestic Varieties-Difficulty of distinguishing between Varieties and Species-Origin of Domestic Varieties from one or more Species-Domestic Pigeons, their Differences and Origin-Principle of Selection anciently followed, its Effects-Methodical and Unconscious Selection-Unknown Origin of our Domestic Productions-Circumstances favourable to Man`s power of Selection Chapter Two : VARIATION UNDER NATURE : Variability-Individual differences-Doubtful species-Wide ranging, much diffused, and common species vary most-Species of the larger genera in any country vary more than the species of the smaller genera-Many of the species of the larger genera resemble varieties in being very closely, but unequally, related to each other, and in having restricted ranges Chapter Three : STRUGGLE FOR EXISTENCE : Bears on natural selection-The term used in a wide sense-Geometrical powers of increase-Rapid increase of naturalised animals and plants-Nature of the checks to increase-Competition universal-Effects of climate-Protection from the number of individuals-Complex relations of all animals and plants throughout nature-Struggle for life most severe between individuals and varieties of the same species : often severe between species of the same genus-The relation of organism to organism the most important of all relations Chapter Four : NATURAL SELECTION : Natural Selection-its power compared with man`s selection-its power on characters of trifling importance-its power at all ages and on both sexes-Sexual Selection-On the generality of intercrosses between individuals of the same species-Circumstances favourable and unfavourable to Natural Selection, namely, intercrossing, isolation, number of individuals-Slow action-Extinction caused by Natural Selection-Divergence of Character, related to the diversity of inhabitants of any small area, and to naturalization-Action of Natural Selection, through Divergence of Character and Extinction, on the descendants from a common parent-Explains the Grouping of all organic beings Chapter Five : LAWS OF VARIATION : Effects of external conditions-Use and disuse, combined with natural selection; organs of flight and of vision-Acclimatisation-Correlation of growth-Compensation and economy of growth-False correlations-Multiple, rudimentary, and lowly organised structures variable-Parts developed in an unusual manner are highly variable : specific character more variable than generic : secondary sexual characters variable-Species of the same genus vary in an analogous manner-Reversions to long-lost characters-Summary Chapter Six : DIFFICULTIES ON THEORY : Difficulties on the theory of descent with modification-Transitions-Absence or rarity of transitional varieties-Transi Printed Pages: 416., Peacock/ Atlantic Publishers & Distributors (P) Ltd., 2005, Peacock/ Atlantic Publishers & Distributors (P) Ltd., 2005. First edition. Hardcover. New. A classic that took the world by storm, raising havoc among scientists and religious people as its exposition apparently contradicted the account of the creation of the world of Genesis in the bible, Charles Darwin`s The Origin of Species remains the most readable and accessible of the great revolutionary works of scientific imagination. Sold out on the very first day of its publication in 1859 and often considered a watershed in the history of scientific, philosophical and theological ideas, the book describes the most fundamental truth of the natural world that there exists a "natural selection" of favourable variations and a fierce "struggle for existence" in all living beings, thereby ensuring the survival of the fittest. The classic that unfolds the mystery of mysteries, as Darwin calls it, in an intimate, informal and enjoyable style, continues to transform our views of the world and remains relevant in any study of the history of ideas. Contents:- Introduction Chapter One : VARIATION UNDER DOMESTICATION : Causes of Variability-Effects of Habit-Correlation of Growth-Inheritance-Character of Domestic Varieties-Difficulty of distinguishing between Varieties and Species-Origin of Domestic Varieties from one or more Species-Domestic Pigeons, their Differences and Origin-Principle of Selection anciently followed, its Effects-Methodical and Unconscious Selection-Unknown Origin of our Domestic Productions-Circumstances favourable to Man`s power of Selection Chapter Two : VARIATION UNDER NATURE : Variability-Individual differences-Doubtful species-Wide ranging, much diffused, and common species vary most-Species of the larger genera in any country vary more than the species of the smaller genera-Many of the species of the larger genera resemble varieties in being very closely, but unequally, related to each other, and in having restricted ranges Chapter Three : STRUGGLE FOR EXISTENCE : Bears on natural selection-The term used in a wide sense-Geometrical powers of increase-Rapid increase of naturalised animals and plants-Nature of the checks to increase-Competition universal-Effects of climate-Protection from the number of individuals-Complex relations of all animals and plants throughout nature-Struggle for life most severe between individuals and varieties of the same species : often severe between species of the same genus-The relation of organism to organism the most important of all relations Chapter Four : NATURAL SELECTION : Natural Selection-its power compared with man`s selection-its power on characters of trifling importance-its power at all ages and on both sexes-Sexual Selection-On the generality of intercrosses between individuals of the same species-Circumstances favourable and unfavourable to Natural Selection, namely, intercrossing, isolation, number of individuals-Slow action-Extinction caused by Natural Selection-Divergence of Character, related to the diversity of inhabitants of any small area, and to naturalization-Action of Natural Selection, through Divergence of Character and Extinction, on the descendants from a common parent-Explains the Grouping of all organic beings Chapter Five : LAWS OF VARIATION : Effects of external conditions-Use and disuse, combined with natural selection; organs of flight and of vision-Acclimatisation-Correlation of growth-Compensation and economy of growth-False correlations-Multiple, rudimentary, and lowly organised structures variable-Parts developed in an unusual manner are highly variable : specific character more variable than generic : secondary sexual characters variable-Species of the same genus vary in an analogous manner-Reversions to long-lost characters-Summary Chapter Six : DIFFICULTIES ON THEORY : Difficulties on the theory of descent with modification-Transitions-Absence or rarity of transitional varieties-Transi Printed Pages: 416., Peacock/ Atlantic Publishers & Distributors (P) Ltd., 2005, Dog Ear Publishing, LLC. Paperback. New. Paperback. 176 pages. Dimensions: 8.4in. x 5.4in. x 0.5in.John 20 24-29 Thomas, come here with your finger and see My hands. Touch the wounds in My hand. Put your hand into My side. Stop doubting now and believe. By saying this to the Apostle Thomas, Jesus was conveying to us that it is okay for us to probe scientifically into the workings of our universe so that we may all understand His truth and be witness to His kingdom. To fully appreciate the understandings presented in this book one must first resolve to forget everything previously understood about our world. In our magnificent universe nothing is as it appears to be. The single goal of this book is to bring about a better understanding of the divine relationship between science and theology. We are taught that a choice must be made in whether we believe what science is telling us about our universe or what the gospels are telling us about our universe. Universities across this great land preach scientific truth just as religions and church organizations preach that we must disregard scientific discovery and have faith in what was written about our Savior and our world in the gospels. This book, THE TRUTH The Illumination of Conscience will prove that science has never given us a single understanding that has, in any way, discredited anything the gospels have taught us about our world. We should also, know that the gospels of Christ have not stated anything that is not in total agreement with what science has shown us about our world, either. THE TRUTH The Illumination of Conscience will take you on a journey like no other book has before and by doing so it will prove to you that the scientific discoveries made over the years do nothing but reinforce all that we know from the way, the truth and the life. Let your consciousness be illuminated and in so doing we will illuminate the conscience of the world, together. This item ships from multiple locations. Your book may arrive from Roseburg,OR, La Vergne,TN., Dog Ear Publishing, LLC, Scribner Book Company, New York, USA, 1996. 1st Edition. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. 4th Printing. 288 pages. An excellent copy and is in fine condition. It has no tears to the pages and no pages are missing from the book. The spine of the book is in great condition and the cover is unmarked. It has no signs of previous use except for a name stamp. Items are in stock and will be shipped same day or next business day directly from our Australian address. SYNOPSIS: A decade after he published his famous first novel, A Long and Happy Life, Reynolds Price began a serious study of the Hebrew and Greek narratives which combine to form that crucial document of Western civilization we call the Bible. Since early childhood, Price had known Bible stories of patriarchs, kings, prophets, and the boldly assertive women of Ancient Israel, as well as the four-fold gospel story of the life of Jesus -- another Jew whose career has exerted immense fascination on subsequent history. In Price's early middle age, however, he felt compelled to go further than simple reading; he began to investigate the rudiments of the Bible stories as deeply as possible. He focused on the Hebrew and Greek originals that are unquestionably the most discussed and annotated texts with the close assistance of other literal versions and of numerous scholarly commentaries, old and modern. He was likewise encouraged and helped by frequent discussions with distinguished scholar-colleagues at Duke University, where he has taught since 1958. As the work continued over several years, Price expanded his translation attempts into the Greek New Testament. And soon he had begun an informal navigation of the shoals of Koine Greek -- that common Mediterranean dialect in which a good deal of the business of the Roman empire was conducted and in which the gospels and all other books of the New Testament were written. Gradually, his translations of separate incidents from the four gospels evolved into a literal translation of the whole of the oldest gospel, Mark. His first version of Mark appeared, along with other translations from the Old and New Testaments, in A Palpable God (Atheneum, 1978). The book met with a wide and favorable reception from scholars, writers, and critics. Price's studies have expanded steadily in the intervening decades; and in recent years he has worked at both a revised version of his early translation of Mark and an entirely new literal version of the Gospel of John (John is the last published gospel and almost surely the one that comes, at its core, from an eyewitness of the life of Jesus). To his new translations, Price has added extensive prefaces, which he hopes will be of interest to scholars and casual readers alike. The prefaces are the result not only of his own work as a translator and his discussions with New Testament scholars of more than twenty years reading in textual exegesis, in the life of the first-century Roman world (including the immensely complicated realities of Roman Palestine), but also in consideration of the widespread and ongoing attempt to reconsider the historical bases of our knowledge of Jesus. Finally, after twice teaching a semester-long seminar on the gospels of Mark and John at Duke University, Price has written a gospel of his own. The new gospel, which he calls "apocryphal" in a non-canonical sense, makes a fresh attempt at a compact narrative of the life and work of Jesus. Yet it is an attempt grounded meticulously in the earliest available historic, biographical, and theological evidence. In a third and final preface, Price describes the motive for writing a gospel of his own. In brief, his new gospel (like the whole of Three Gospels) aims to render the highest possible contemporary justice to a life lived two thousand years ago, a life presented in -- and, to a startling extent, still recoverable from -- documents that have proved the most influential in Western history. Quantity Available: 1. Category: General, New Testament, New Testament, New Testament, New Testament; ISBN: 0684803364. ISBN/EAN: 9780684803364. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 0001762. . 9780684803364, Scribner Book Company, 1996, Ventura, CA: Regal Books, 2001. First edition. First printing [stated]. Hardcover. Very good/very good. Glued binding. Paper over boards. 327 pBibliography. The author of "The Frog in the Kettle" takes the spiritual pulse of America at the dawn of a new millennium. With revealing statistics, this book shows that the church is at a crucial juncture in history--a time of rapid change in which we must begin to anticipate the world's spiritual needs in order to meet them. From Wikipedia: "George Barna (born 1955) is the founder of The Barna Group, a market research firm specializing in studying the religious beliefs and behavior of Americans, and the intersection of faith and culture. He currently serves as the senior executive in Metaformation, an organization committed to "helping people optimize their life journey." Barna grew up a Catholic in New York City and Princeton, New Jersey, but has since engaged with evangelical Christianity] He graduated summa cum laude from Boston College with a Bachelor's degree in sociology (along with a minor or secondary focus in religion), and holds two master's degrees from Rutgers University and a doctorate from Dallas Baptist University. Barna leads seminars for church leaders, speaks at ministry conferences, has taught at seminaries, and has been a pastor. As an author, he has written more than four dozen books on contemporary Christian issues, with topics ranging from worldviews, trends and children to church life, spiritual growth and leadership. He also writes columns which are published on the website of Barna Group. As a result of his work, Barna has coined several terms, including: Mosaic Generation the demographic profile of those born between 1984 and 2002. According to Barna, this generation is "very mosaic in every aspect of their life." He continues, "There's no attribute that really dominates like you might have seen with prior generations." Barna also describes this group as "comfortable with contradiction", "post-modern" and exhibiting "non-linear" thinking. Theolographics the theological perspectives and applications of people; Spiritainment a portmanteau which refers to the blending of spirituality and entertainment, toward influencing people's spiritual perspectives. He is married to Nancy Barna, and they have three adopted daughters two from Guatemala, one from Russia. Barna is known for providing extensive surveys regarding Christianity and the state of the church. Among his findings that have generated substantial interest or controversy in recent years include: children are the most important population segment to minister to because of their spiritual teachability and developmental vulnerability; God transforms people's lives in connection with a 10-stop journey that is surprisingly consistent across people groups Christian churches in the United States have been generally ineffective vessels for evangelism and discipleship: most Protestant pastors are neither called to nor competent in leadership; less than one out of every five born again adults possesses a Biblical world view; every church engages in marketing, but few do it well; mass media has the most dramatic effect on people's behavior and beliefs; alternative forms of church life including house churches are growing rapidly; a growing group of spiritually devout Christians, known as Revolutionaries, are embracing a post-congregational narrative that is reshaping spiritual life in the U.S.; most "church growth" is simply the recycling of church-goers from one congregation to another. divorce rate amongst born-again Christians is significantly higher than that for atheist/agnostics. A more recent 2008 Barna report shows a closer divorce rate gap between born-again Christians (32% had been divorced) and atheist/agnostics (30% had been divorced). Barna considers Maximum Faith to be his most significant book. Others that he cites as being especially valuable include Transforming Children into Spiritual Champions, Think Like Jesus, The Power of Vision, and Revolution. Since 2009 he has been a writer for hire, penning books such as The Cause Within You, for Matthew., Regal Books, 2001, Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2010. CAMBRIDGE : 2010. Series: Cambridge Companions to Literature. Paperback. black and full colour pictorial covers. No owner name or internal markings. Bright, tight and clean. Minor use only. VERY GOOD INDEED. (xii), 206 pages. Includes bibliographical references (p. 196-200). Index. CONTENTS: Introduction by Philip Swanson -- Gabriel García Márquez: life and times by Gene H. Bell-Villada -- The critical reception of García Márquez by Donald Shaw -- Before One Hundred Years of Solitude: the early novels by Robin Fiddian -- One Hundred Years of Solitude by Philip Swanson -- An eco-critical reading of One Hundred Years of Solitude by Raymond L. Williams -- The Autumn of the Patriarch by Steven Boldy -- The General in His Labyrinth by Gerald Martin -- García Márquez's novels of love by Mark I. Millington -- García Márquez's short fiction by Stephen Hart -- García Márquez's non-fiction writings by Robert L. Sims -- García Márquez and film by Claire Taylor -- García Márquez, magical realism and world literature by Michael Bell -- Further reading by compiled by Pascale Baker. SUMMARY: Gabriel García Márquez is Latin America's most internationally famous and successful author, and a winner of the Nobel Prize. His oeuvre of great modern novels includes One Hundred Years of Solitude and Love in the Time of Cholera. His name has become closely associated with Magical Realism, a phenomenon that has been immensely influential in world literature. This Companion includes new and probing readings of all of García Márquez's works, by leading international specialists. His life in Colombia, the context of Latin American history and culture, key themes in his works and their critical reception are explored in detail. Written for students and readers of García Márquez, the Companion is accessible for non-Spanish speakers and features a chronology and a guide to further reading. This insightful and lively book will provide an invaluable framework for the further study and enjoyment of this major figure in world literature. GABRIEL GARCIA MARQUEZ is Latin America's most internationally famous and successful author, and a winner of the Nobel Prize. His oeuvre of great modern novels includes One Hundred Years of Solitude and Love in the Time of Cholera. His name has become closely associated with Magical Realism, a phenomenon that has been immensely influential in world literature. This Companion, first published in 2010, includes new and probing readings of all of Garcia Marquez's works, by leading international specialists. His life in Colombia, the context of Latin American history and culture, key themes in his works and their critical reception are explored in detail. Written for students and readers of Garcia Marquez, the Companion is accessible for non-Spanish speakers and features a chronology and a guide to further reading. This insightful and lively book will provide an invaluable framework for the further study and enjoyment of this major figure in world literature. Lg.8vo. **Will be well-packed for posting/shipping**. [ Rosley Books for Antiquarian books, CHS, Cumberland, Everyman, GKC, Inklings, Keswick, Literature, MacDonald, Rarities, Theology and History. ]. . Not Given. Soft Cover. Very Good Plus. Large Octavo., Cambridge University Press, 2010, Global Vision Publishing House, 2009. Softcover. New. In the present volume, author ventures into the challenging task by identifying and unveiling the ideological underpinnings operative in the construction and deconstruction of the Adamic myth in the Judeo-Christian scenario. He delves deep into the intricacies of the literary forms of myths, metaphors and Midrash involved in interpreting, legitimizing, or reinforcing later-day ethno-historical claims of a particular group of people against the prevailing amicable or inimical background. The ideological assertions of these literary forms, enforcing the consciously chosen traditional or hereditary authority, seek to overpower the currently popular, rational, legitimate or democratic authority. At this juncture, one cannot turn a blind eye to the legitimate or questionable political transactions on the ideological sites by the powers vying with each other to gain the dominant space. In exposing these ideological interplays, the author deploys the tools from the world of the biblical, mythological, theological, literary, historical, anthropological, linguistic, and hermeneutical disciplines. CONTENTS Acknowledgements (v) Foreword (vii) Preface (x) 1. The Adamic Myth as a Midrashically 1 Made Metaphor Narrative Midrash Midrash as Prophecy Midrash as Deconstruction Midrash as Paraphrase and Parable Midrash as Allusive Metaphor How Midrash Makes up the Adamic Myth Midrash as Ideology Midrash, Myth and History Context of Midrash and History-Writing Biblical Faith as a History-making Midrash or Myth New Testament Faith as another History-making Midrash and Myth The Ethno-ethical Significance of Midrash as Text-and-Event 2. The Adamic Myth as Allegorised Israeli History 25 Adamic Myth as a Parable Midrash as Metaphorical Transfiguration of the Unique into Universal Prophecy and the Mythic-midrashic Pattern Judgement as Metaphor to Reinforce Deuteronomist Theology of History 3. The Christological Sequel to the Adamic Myth 37 Mistaking of Allegorised Myth as Literal History The Christological Sequel in Paul Critique of the Literalist Understanding End of Adamic Myth and the Gospel’s Opening 4. The Gospels as Deconstructions of the Adamic Myth 49 Myth and History The Seven-phased Biblical Israeli History Six Phases in the Adamic Myth The Seven-Phased Gospel Narrations 5. Annunciation as Deconstruction of Eve’s Temptation 69 Luke 1: 26-38 as Midrash on Gen 3: 1-24 Parallel Contrastive Structure of the Two Scenes Midrashic Connection of Lu 1: 26-38 and Gen 3: 1-24 to the Resurrection 6. Adam and Joseph’s Dream-angel in 85 Matthew’s Gospel Midrash as Addressing Contextual Issues Adamic Midrash as Christological in its Salvation Theme Christ, the Midrashic Metaphor, Revealing the Gospel Audience Midrashim of New Existential Necessity Joseph’s Doubt about Mary as Midrash on Adam and Eve 7. The Serpent’s Allusive Return after Jesus’ Baptism 95 Jesus’ Mid-life Crisis Baptismal Theophany as the Summing up of Prophecies Midrashim of Existential Necessity Demystifying the Baptismal Theophany Temptations of Jesus as an Ironic Adamic Midrash Midrash of the Triple Temptations of Jesus Discerned Baptismal Link to the Death on the Cross Midrashic Universalism of Christhood Anti-Semitic Churches and Christian Scriptures Jesus’ Choice to be the Suffering Servant-Messiah 8. The Cross, which Undid the Curses in the 113 Garden of Eden The Crucifixion Scene in Luke Claim of Justification through the Law Justification through Prayer of Faith Midrashic Irony on Good and Evil from the Cross The Cross and the Trees in the Paradise-Garden Divine versus Human Authority Paradise Themes in John’s Passion Narrative Midrash of the Woman under the Paradise-Garden Tr Printed Pages: 228., Global Vision Publishing House, 2009, Nepean, Ontario, Canada: Athena Books, 1991. A lovely clean fresh copy -appears to have been very gently and respectfully read. The following are excerpts from the text: "How did the life on this world get started? In fact, what is life? Is there anything that we can point to and say, there, that is life? Remove that, and you remove life from the body?" "The soul transcends us from simple animals fearing only death to higher intelligences, asking about the nature of the universe. It is a mechanism for growth." "We know that life adapts, or tries to adapt, to everything it encounters. Why would it not have adapted to corporeal death?" "Divine purpose is imposed on us by the inherent substance and ground of the universe." "From simplistic ghost stories to complex theological systems, the human experience has always led to a world view that includes alternate realities." "Can this delicate balance of temperature, atmosphere, and light-energy that breathes life into a wondrously complex biosphere called Earth be just an accident?" "The quest, then, is not so much to determine how the human mind can be derived from our organic bodies, but whether." "Can it be that our liberal, secular educations are couching us all in a <

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Nepean, Ontario, Canada: Athena Books, 1991. A lovely clean fresh copy -appears to have been very gently and respectfully read. The following are excerpts from the text: "How did th… More...

Nepean, Ontario, Canada: Athena Books, 1991. A lovely clean fresh copy -appears to have been very gently and respectfully read. The following are excerpts from the text: "How did the life on this world get started? In fact, what is life? Is there anything that we can point to and say, there, that is life? Remove that, and you remove life from the body?" "The soul transcends us from simple animals fearing only death to higher intelligences, asking about the nature of the universe. It is a mechanism for growth." "We know that life adapts, or tries to adapt, to everything it encounters. Why would it not have adapted to corporeal death?" "Divine purpose is imposed on us by the inherent substance and ground of the universe." "From simplistic ghost stories to complex theological systems, the human experience has always led to a world view that includes alternate realities." "Can this delicate balance of temperature, atmosphere, and light-energy that breathes life into a wondrously complex biosphere called Earth be just an accident?" "The quest, then, is not so much to determine how the human mind can be derived from our organic bodies, but whether." "Can it be that our liberal, secular educations are couching us all in a frame of mind that no longer allows us to conceive openly of worlds and life beyond the temporal?" "Far from miracles happening only in ancient days, people still experience other-worldly phenomena daily.". Soft Cover. Very Good., Athena Books, 1991<

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In this striking new paradigm of God, truth, and the meaning of life, Stewart describes the soul and how it evolves using the human body. He offers us his experience of the soul’s journey… More...

In this striking new paradigm of God, truth, and the meaning of life, Stewart describes the soul and how it evolves using the human body. He offers us his experience of the soul’s journey and graphically illustrates how it reaches beyond our world to higher beings for guidance. He shines a brilliant light on the mysteries and powers of hidden entities we have always called gods. In the introductory volume of the New Awareness Trilogy, Stewart lays the foundation for the striking volumes to follow. He teaches us how we can tap the hidden power of our souls and get exactly what we want from life. We learn how our spirit guides can accelerate our spiritual growth. Here, we meet his guides, and how they have shared their view of the soul and life beyond our world. Through techniques of channeled wisdom, Stewart shares with us what his guides have taught him: what the soul is, how it functions in a physical world, and why it chooses the experiences of this world. He shows us how humanity is the fulfillment of a measured purpose, in which we each have a role. If you have ever wondered why we are here, here are some answers! Stewart graphically outlines the nature of the inner self that is the true you. Here are ancient truths presented in a modern perspective, a new form of mysticism: you can choose your destiny and discover your own unique purpose in life. "Well-written and informative." R.H., Norfolk, VA "I wish to congratulate you and thank you for a fine piece of wo philosophy Books, Athena Books<

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